Employer Guide to Preventing Sexual Harassment at Work

Meet your legal duties and protect your workforce with this practical Employer Guide to Preventing Sexual Harassment at Work. Designed for UK employers and managers, this downloadable resource explains how to take proactive, reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in line with current legislation.

The guide provides clear, structured guidance to help organisations move beyond policies alone. It outlines practical actions to reduce risk, support employees and respond appropriately to concerns. With step-by-step recommendations, employers can create a safer, more respectful workplace culture.

What this employer guide covers:

• Legal definition of sexual harassment under the Equality Act 2010
• Employer responsibilities under the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023
• How to develop an effective sexual harassment policy
• Practical steps to assess and reduce workplace risk
• Reporting systems and record-keeping guidance
• Training requirements for managers and employees
• How to respond to complaints fairly and sensitively
• Managing third-party harassment risks
• Monitoring and evaluating prevention measures

Why download this guide:

✔ Helps employers meet proactive legal duties
✔ Provides practical steps to prevent workplace harassment
✔ Supports a safe, respectful and inclusive culture
✔ Builds manager confidence in handling complaints
✔ Clear, structured guidance for UK workplaces

This employer guide is ideal for HR professionals, business owners and line managers who want to prevent sexual harassment, reduce risk and strengthen workplace culture.